Game-changing disinfectant combats harmful bacterial, revolutionizing the food industry

In partnership with Université de Montréal and Mitacs, Congolese student helps develop Bioxy Plus, a breakthrough disinfectant effective against Escherichia coli K12.

As a graduate student at Congo’s Université de Lubumbashi, Rosette Kakese Mukosa travelled to Canada through the Mitacs Accelerate International program to evaluate the efficacy of a disinfectant powder on a harmful strain of the bacteria Escherichia coli. The results demonstrated a significant bactericidal effect, offering a safe alternative to combat bacteria. Having benefited from advice and financial backing for her research, Mukosa has decided to pursue a master’s degree at Université de Montréal.

“Mitacs has offered me an incredible opportunity to contribute to improving food safety. Thanks to this experience, I’m looking forward to continuing my career in Canada and contributing to its advancement.” — Rosette Kakese Mukosa

Mitacs’s programs receive funding from multiple partners across Canada. We thank the Government of Canada, the Government of Alberta, the Government of British Columbia, Research Manitoba, the Government of New Brunswick, the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, the Government of Nova Scotia, the Government of Ontario, Innovation PEI, the Government of Quebec, the Government of Saskatchewan, and the Government of Yukon for supporting us to empower Canadian innovation.

Do you have a business challenge that could benefit from a research solution? If so, contact Mitacs today to discuss partnership opportunities: BD@mitacs.ca.